Avocados are a great super-food to add to any meal. They’re rich in heart-healthy monounsaturated fat, fiber, and vitamin E. Their flavor is mild, but adds a creamy texture to the chicken. Ingredients: 1 1/2 teaspoons blackened seasoning 4 (4-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 diced peeled avocado 2 tablespoons…
Paleo Breakfast Burritos (Low-Carb)
Sometimes you just really want a burrito but you may not want to eat the 800+ calories that usually come with a burrito. Burritos are normally made with a ton of rice, cheese, and well, wrapped in a flour tortilla. This Recipe is a great way to still get all of that flavor but in…
What Is Diabetes, and How Do You Get It?
According to the American Diabetes Association, more than 29 million Americans had diabetes in 2012. That number accounts for 9.3 percent of the population and reflects a 1 percent increase over the figure in 2010. The organization goes on to note that an estimated 8 million of those people had not been diagnosed. It’s important…
Peanut Butter Crepes Cream Cheese Filling
Notoriously difficult to make, most people wouldn’t dare attempt them at home. The easy, one-step solution for that: Lower your standards. Don’t expect picture perfect crepes every time. These crepes have a distinct, yet not-over-powering peanut butter flavor. They can be made sugar-free by replacing the sugar with Splenda. They contain no flour (gluten-free!) and…
Effects of Types of Insulin on Your Body
Your diabetes may change over time, meaning that your insulin needs may also vary. It is important to realize that all insulin is not the same. Most diabetics are familiar with long- and short-acting insulin, but there are several other categories, too. Each has a distinct role and effect in helping to regulate blood glucose…
French Toast Egg Puff
Most people have tried the “bread” version of French Toast. However, this “French Toast Egg Puff” is an amazing alternative, you’ll soon switch! The basic recipe is just 3 ingredients and the result is a thick, puffy, sweet, and very similar in taste to “real” french toast! Ingredients: 2 Eggs 2 Oz. cream cheese Sugar…
Sleep Apnea and What to Do About It
Sleep apnea is a common ailment with potentially serious complications—and many people don’t even know that they have it. Fortunately, the condition is easily treated and can be managed with a little bit of work. Keep reading to learn more about this health problem. What is Sleep Apnea? An apnea is a pause in…
A weighty subject
Talking to a loved one about losing weight can be awkward. Approaching the topic in a sensitive, supportive way can make all the difference. To start the conversation, begin by saying: “I care about you.” “You are important to me, and I want you around for a long time.” “I want you to have more…
Hula Hoop Fitness
Hula hoops are not just for kids any more Invented in the 1950s, hula hoops have evolved from a fad to a fitness alternative. According to Fabio Comana, exercise physiologist for the American Council on Exercise, “hooping” improves flexibility and balance and can strengthen core muscles. It can also burn about 158 calories in…
Beyond the hype of hypoglycemia
A racing heart, headache, unclear thinking, and irritability could be signs that you have a low blood sugar level. Hypoglycemia, low blood sugar, is primarily a complication of diabetes. People with diabetes can experience hypoglycemia when they take too much insulin medication, don’t carefully time their eating, or increase exercise without increasing nutrition. Alcohol also…